NEWS MMJ/REPORTER - WMBF

Gray Media is a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. Our portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest-rated television station. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 46 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency. Additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About the role

WMBF News in Myrtle Beach, SC has an immediate opening for a Reporter/Multimedia Journalist to join our award-winning newsroom. This person must have a passion to affect change and make a difference for our viewers. Our ideal candidate is an organized, independent, ethical journalist who can enterprise stories while thriving under deadline.

Responsibilities

• Pitch, shoot, write, edit, and present compelling stories that are impactful to members of the communities we serve.
• Write and post stories for all digital and social media platforms.
• Develop sources and pitch unique enterprise stories daily.
• Participate in daily editorial decisions and long-term strategic newscast initiatives.
• Demonstrate strong editorial judgment while following journalistic ethics and libel laws.
• Maintain professional and ethical conduct at the station and in the community.
• Foster a positive work atmosphere by behaving collaboratively with co-workers, supervisors, and viewers.
• Work varied shifts when necessary, including overnights and weekends.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 4-year college degree in journalism, mass communication, or related field.
• At least one year of MMJ/producing experience (preferred).
• Ability to write in a clear, conversational manner.
• Understanding of and adherence to AP Style.
• Excellent on-camera presence for both live and pre-recorded shots.
• Ability to work quickly and multitask under deadline pressure and breaking news.
• Willingness to work extended hours, weekends, holidays, and overnights for breaking news and specialized coverage including severe weather.
• Experience with ENPS and non-linear editing software (EDIUS) is a plus.
• MVR Check required.